Storm Éowyn Edinburgh: 13 shocking photos show damage to buildings, cars and roads caused by severe winds

Winds of around 100mph have been recorded in Edinburgh and the city and its surrounding area have seen a number of fallen trees, overturned vehicles and falling debris.

The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning until 5pm tonight, with the adverse weather posing a ‘danger to life’. Storm Éowyn prompted schools and nurseries to close across Edinburgh and the Lothians, in addition to cancelled flights, trains, buses and trams.

Here are 13 pictures from today’s extreme weather event.